The Hanged Man Tarot Card Meanings - A Complete Guide
The hanged man tarot card the card depicts the image of a man who is hanging upside down and hangs at his feet from the living world tree. This tree is in the depths of the underworld, and it is believed to be a support for the heavens. There is a belief that the hanging man is actually placed there on his own free will. We believe this because of the serene expression which is in his eyes. The right foot of his is bound with the branch, while his left foot is completely free. At the same time, he is holding both hands in an manner that creates the shape of an upside-down triangle. His wearing of red pants represent the human body and love for one another, and the blue that he wears in his shirt is a symbol of calm emotions, a color combination that is commonly seen in saints. His intellect is symbolized by the yellow color of his hair, shoes and halo. The hanged man recognizes that his position is the sacrifice he was forced to make in order to advance - whether as re...